Unit of competency details
ICPSUP2810 - Use computer systems in the printing and graphic arts sectors (Release 1)
Summary
Usage recommendation:
Current
Releases:
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06/May/2020 |
Companion volumes:
Unit of competency
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Training packages that include this unit
Qualifications that include this unit
Skill sets that include this unit
Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping
Classifications
Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 080905 | Practical Computing Skills | 06/May/2020 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 4.0.
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Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform basic functions on a computer.
It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Support
Elements and Performance Criteria
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ELEMENT
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Use a stand-alone computer
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1.1 Confirm posture at the keyboard accords with work health and safety (WHS) procedures
1.2 Access data and confirm no loss has occurred
1.3 Manipulate data to ensure future access, retrieval and storage of data according to enterprise procedures
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2. Perform computer functions
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2.1 Identify job requirements and required data and computer functions
2.2 Access, save and retrieve data for reference and amendment
2.3 Identify and select required program for the job to be undertaken
2.4 Use mouse and keyboard functions to operate industry-standard computer systems
2.5 Use features of applications to deliver an output to job specifications
2.6 Save data in required format and file location
2.7 Use master pages, templates and style sheets consistently, according to job requirements, to confirm data is the same after transfer
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Skill
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Description
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Reading
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- Identifies text within job specifications and follows written instructions
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Writing
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- Records key information related to outcomes of the job
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Self-management
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- Identifies rights and responsibilities and complies with enterprise and regulatory requirements
- Takes responsibility for organising resources required for the task
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Planning and Organising
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- Follows routine procedures for some common and other less common tasks in the immediate work context
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Technology
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- Identifies purpose and some specific functions of some common digital tools used in work contexts
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Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to ICPSUP281 Use computer systems.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d
Assessment requirements
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 4.0.
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Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of the unit, including evidence of the ability to:
- use a stand-alone computer/terminal with industry-standard software applications to create and access at least two files.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
- operate a computer to perform various basic computing functions
- label and save files in a variety of formats and locations.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
- the work health and safety (WHS) requirements when working on a computer
- procedures for starting, operating and stopping the computer
- when computer power should be turned off
- procedures for using and sharing passwords
- accessing alternative file storage devices
- base finger positions on the keyboard
- benefits of typing evenly and consistently
- producing a compressed file
- the functions of master pages, templates, style sheets and macros
- workplace requirements for saving files
- processes and locations for storing data
- issues that may cause data loss and ways to avoid them.
Assessment Conditions
Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the area of work.
This includes access to:
- stand-alone computer or terminal with mouse and keyboard
- industry standard software.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d
